A different look at the EU partnership mission in Armenia.

2026 could be a turning point in the history of Armenia-European Union relations. If until recently, the focus of cooperation between Brussels and Yerevan was mainly on democratic reforms, human rights and economic support, today the agenda has changed significantly. Security, geopolitics, infrastructure, energy and regional ties have become as important as democratic reforms. The developments that have taken place over the past year, the first high-level EU summit in Armenia, the approval of Armenia’s new strategic agenda, the launch of the visa liberalization process, and the support of the European Peace Facility testify to one thing: Europe is shaping a new policy towards the South Caucasus, and Armenia is one of the important components of that policy. After the Velvet Revolution of 2018, Armenia was often presented as an example of democratic success. EU support was mainly aimed at the development of the judiciary, anti-corruption policy, public administration and civil society. The picture is different in 2026, with Armenia also becoming a security partner for Europe. The European Union is ready to provide up to €200 million in grant assistance and mobilize up to €2 billion in investments for the development of regional infrastructure and communications.